RPN, Medicine (8ABC)

Union: UNIFOR Service

Location: KW Campus

Work Type: Temporary

Contract End Date: May 15, 2023

Shift: 12 hour days, nights, weekends, stats

Summary:

The Registered Practical Nurse works closely with other nursing and allied staff, in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within the clinical setting. They also contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Acute Medicine experience preferred
• Demonstrates communication skills necessary to interact with interdisciplinary team, patients, significant others, and general public
• Ability to catheterize, monitor IV's and use aseptic technique
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for medical patients
• Experience with elderly patients an asset
• Skilled in BG testing, 12 lead EKG's
• Knowledgeable with oxygen equipment and set up
• Basic computer skills
• Good attendance record

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.